Anchorage - Falltech 7411 Manual De Instrucciones

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Two or more connectors to one d-ring are a forbidden
connection.
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A connection that rests on or loads the gate is a forbidden
connection.
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A connection that does not allow the gate to close and lock
is a forbidden connection.
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Two or more connectors attached to one another are a
forbidden connection.
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Connecting directly to webbing, rope, cable (wire rope) is a
forbidden connection.
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Connecting directly to a horizontal lifeline is a forbidden
connection.
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Tie-back with your FallTech SAL is a forbidden connection
except for model # 7241, 7241Y, 8241 and 8241Y in the
WrapTech series.
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Connecting to any ring or structure that does not fully
captivate and completely restrict the movement your
connector is a forbidden connection.
Section 2: ABCD's
Every Personal Fall Arrest System consists of four basic elements –
Anchorage, Body-wear, Connectors/Connecting Devices and
Deceleration Devices. Each of these four elements is discussed in
greater detail below. If, after reading though this section, you do not fully
understand these items and how they work together to form a compatible
fall arrest system, please be sure to have this explained to you by a
Competent Person.
It is absolutely critical that you be familiar with the proper wear and/or
use of each component of your Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS).
Failure to read, understand and adhere to instructional materials and
warnings provided with each of these components could lead to a
catastrophic failure of your PFAS, resulting in serious injury or death.

2.1: Anchorage

The selection of an anchor point and anchorage connector is critical
to the successful function of any Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS).
OSHA 1926.502 (d) (15) states that:
"Anchorages used for attachment of personal fall arrest equipment shall
be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend
platforms and capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds (22.2 kN) per
employee attached, or shall be designed, installed, and used as follows:
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